How Does Steinbeck Use Symbols In Of Mice And Men

In the novel “Of Mice and Men”, John Steinbeck uses symbolism in the book to make it easier for the readers to understand the story. He also uses symbolism to make his readers think and allow his readers to see things on a deeper level. The use of symbolism helps create imagery for the reading, enhancing the plot, and helping to develop characterization. Some of his common symbols in the book include: the dreamhouse, hands, and rabbits.
John Steinbeck first uses symbolism with George and Lennie’s dream house. This is a symbol of their relationship. This is their dream and has been what keeps Lennie from doing anything bad. Lennie often asks George to [ "Tell about what we're gonna have in the garden and about the rabbits in the cages and about the rain in the winter and the stove" ] (1.15).They will live off their own and and no one will tell them what to do. Best of all, Lennie will have his soft rabbits to pet and he will feel safe. At the farm George will also have an easier time keeping track of Lennie and keeping him from doing anything bad or dangerous. Once they tell Candy
When Lennie says "I remember about the rabbits, George." and George says "The hell with the rabbits. That's all you can ever remember is them rabbits." (1.18-19) It shows how much the rabbits mean to Lennie because he never remembers anything but always remembers the rabbits.
In conclusion, John Steinbeck uses symbolism in several different ways, including the dreamhouse, hands, and last but not least, rabbits. He creates imagery and develops characterization by giving certain characteristics and symbols to the characters. He uses symbolism to give the characters a deeper meaning and description, whether it being direct or